HEALTHIER MEXICAN CHICKEN CASSEROLE
Adapted from a Canyon Ranch recipe. If cut into 6 servings, each piece is 255 calories. If cut into 4 servings, each piece is approximately 380 calories.
Provided by swissms
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 350°F.
- Heat a large sauté pan with oil, add chicken and garlic and sauté for 2 minutes over medium high heat until chicken is golden brown.
- Add onion, bell pepper, tomato and spices and cook until vegetables are tender. Add chicken stock and chiles. Cook until stock is almost gone.
- Lightly coat an 8 x 8-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. Place 1 tortilla in bottom of pan. Spread 1/2 of chicken mixture over tortilla. Top with 1/2 of cheese. Then top with remaining tortilla, chicken mixture and cheese.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until cheese is melted and lightly browned on top. Cut into 4-6 servings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.9, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 102.3, Sodium 726.1, Carbohydrate 10.2, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5, Protein 34.1
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Rk Rafi
[email protected]This casserole is so easy to make. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in a pot and let it cook.
Amber Herrera
[email protected]I've made this casserole several times and it's always a hit. It's a great recipe for a busy weeknight meal.
sujal ramoo
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love it and they don't even realize they're eating vegetables.
Muzmilali Chandio
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but I really enjoyed this casserole. It's not too spicy and it's very flavorful.
Alex Jefferson osama
[email protected]This casserole is great for a potluck. I always get rave reviews when I bring it to a potluck.
Prince shahzada
[email protected]I like to add a dollop of sour cream to my serving of this casserole. It makes it even more delicious.
Ricky Don
[email protected]This casserole is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I always have leftover chicken from our Sunday roast chicken dinner. I just shred it and use it in this casserole.
game saidul
[email protected]I'm not a fan of cilantro, so I left it out of the recipe. It still turned out great.
Official Espinall
[email protected]This casserole is perfect for a party. I made it for a Cinco de Mayo party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.
Sarah Moorefield
[email protected]I made this casserole in a slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. I just browned the chicken and then threw all the ingredients in the slow cooker. It cooked on low for 6 hours and it was ready for dinner.
Wakeel Shahzad
[email protected]I'm not a fan of corn, so I substituted black beans instead. It turned out great!
Emilie Wentworth
[email protected]I thought this casserole was just okay. The flavor was a little bland for my taste. I think I'll add more spices next time.
Ogunjobi Imisi
[email protected]This casserole was a little too spicy for me, but my husband loved it. I think next time I'll use a milder salsa.
Chuck Davis
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of Mexican food, but I really enjoyed this casserole. The sauce was flavorful and the chicken was tender. I would definitely make this again.
Fefe Nolufefe
[email protected]This casserole is so versatile. I've made it with different types of chicken, vegetables, and cheeses. It always turns out great. I love that I can customize it to my family's preferences.
eugene vandenburg
[email protected]I love that this casserole is made with healthy ingredients. I feel good about feeding it to my family. The chicken is lean and the vegetables are packed with nutrients. Plus, it's low in calories and fat.
Bothwell Mabvarume
[email protected]This casserole is perfect for a busy weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family. I usually serve it with rice and beans, but it's also great with tortillas or chips.
Iqbal Tamim
[email protected]I made this casserole for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe. I'm so glad I found this recipe because it's easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Palden Dawa
[email protected]This casserole was a hit! My family loved it and said it was the best Mexican dish I've ever made. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The chicken was tender and juicy, and the sauce was flavorful and creamy. I will definitely